Route 66 Road Trip Stop: Springfield’s Festivals, Classic Cars, and Local Flavors

This episode of American Road Trip Talk brings us another conversation with Amy Beadle with Visit Springfield, Illinois, Springfield, Illinois is one of the most popular destinations along historic Route 66 and the conversation highlights why it deserves a place on any Midwest Road trip itinerary. From the high-speed excitement of the Springfield Mile motorcycle races and the return of the Oyster and Beer Festival to the Illinois State Fair and the internationally recognized Mother Road Festival, Springfield offers a packed calendar of travel-worthy events. The discussion also explores the city’s famous horseshoe sandwich, vibrant food scene, classic car culture, and growing appeal to Route 66 travelers from across the United States and around the world. Whether planning a weekend getaway or a cross-country highway adventure, this episode showcases Springfield as a lively destination where history, roadside attractions, local traditions, and festival experiences come together. Some summer events discussed include: Springfield Mile - https://visitspringfieldillinois.com/EventDetails/?id=37920 Oyster & Beer Fez tival - https://visitspringfieldillinois.com/EventDetails/?id=38669 IL State Fair - https://visitspringfieldillinois.com/EventDetails/?id=39853 MRF - https://visitspringfieldillinois.com/EventDetails/?id=37145See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.